Distracted Driving and Text Blocker Solutions
Posted: Friday, June 11, 2010
by Matt Lee
http://www.MGL2Blogger.info
Tips on Driving Safe
Lately we've noticed the commercials, the public service announcements, and articles about safe driving gain significant attention. Most states now have laws that are cracking down on cell phone use while driving to try to keep the roads safer. Even Oprah is joining the movement with her "No Phone Zone" campaign. With the great deal of "buzz," I am sure many of you are wondering, "How can I make sure I drive safely?"
1. Know your limits when driving. We know that cell phone use has restrictions in most states now, but what about those distractions which are not governed? Know your limits when it comes to music volume, messing with the A/C dials, changing the radio station, talking to someone else in the car, etc. If you feel yourself becoming distracted from the task at hand (driving safely), even if it is only minutely distracted, you know that is your limit and you should steer clear from getting near it.
2. Pay attention to not only the road, but the cars around you. All too often we hear about the importance of keeping your eyes on the road, paying attention to where you are going, but we rarely are told to observe where the other drivers are going. It is very important to observe what other drivers are doing to see if it will conflict with what you are doing on the road. Watch how accurately they drive, look for turn signals, notice the behavior of the vehicle and anticipate where it will go. This will help you avoid accidents as you will be able to change your course accordingly, even if the other driver is distracted.
3. Do not use your cell phone while you're operating a vehicle. This is a simple one; there are even laws on it, but it is often a tip that is not followed or used. The problem lies with our natural tendency to communicate with others no matter what we're doing at the time. Technology is such a huge factor in our everyday lives, that it feels natural to talk or text while you're driving somewhere. So, if you can't make yourself shut off the phone on your own, there are some devices out on the market that can help. One such product, called Key2SafeDriving, is already helping to save lives out on the roads. This product plugs into the OBD port of your vehicle and communicates with your phone to keep you from talking or texting while the car is running (Emergency calls are allowed). All calls and texts are put into your inbox until the car is stopped. This is a great way to hold yourself accountable to operating a vehicle without distractions. This device is especially useful for parents with teenagers as it will allow them to ensure their kids drive safe, even if they don't want to. If the Key2SafeDriving device is unplugged, it will automatically send a text to the administrator of the account (usually a parent) and alert them that the device is being tampered with.
If you want to learn more about Key2SafeDriving, you can find more information and purchase the device From NoFonZone.
These are just a few tips on how to drive safe. Just remember to pay attention and don't let yourself get distracted while you drive. It's just not worth it. The bottom line is, "No Cell Drive, Saves Lives." We need to make sure we do not let our cell phones distract us at all.
About the Author:
Matthew Lee offers helpful and often witty insight into all things nerdy and/or geeky. He is a social networker and blogger.
Matt is also a supporter of ending distracted driving from cell phones. You can find more information about stopping this dangerous road hazard and more about the products listed in this article at http://www.nofonzone.com. Please help get the word out by signing up here: http://bit.ly/a0Pwzl
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Top-level comments on this article: (1 total)I totally support you. People who drive badly because they're distracted somehow drive me crazy!Thanks for the support! This is a major problem. I see examples of distracted driving at least 5 - 10 times every time I drive.
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